1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 208.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 208 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 56 L |
